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  • AI Powered ChatBots for Sales with Jason Moolenaar, Founder, Sentient Sales Technology. Episode 255

    What is an AI Powered Chatbot for Sales and how will it streamline the sales process? Jason Moolenaar from Sentient Sales Technology joins the Timpl podcast - jobTopia - to discuss how chatbots will transform business.

    • Discover how AI-powered chatbots revolutionize sales by slashing response times to inbound leads, ensuring you beat the competition to the punch.
    • Learn why 5-minute responses are the new gold standard—ditch the 30-minute delays and watch conversion rates soar.
    • Boost efficiency with chatbots that filter leads fast, asking 2-7 key questions to qualify prospects and book meetings instantly.
    • Say goodbye to manual follow-ups—automate lead nurturing via text or web chat and free up your team to close deals.
    • Unlock the power of AI to streamline hiring, engaging job candidates in real-time, and scheduling recruiter calls effortlessly.
    • Supercharge your sales funnel with technology that bridges marketing and sales, eliminating bottlenecks and driving ROI.
    • Leverage AI for internal wins—train chatbots on product docs or handbooks to save hours and empower your team.
    • Explore a future where chatbots dominate every business facet, from healthcare to hospitality, with smarter, faster communication.
    • Adopt cutting-edge tools that deliver calendar invites from inbound leads in hours—sales empowerment starts here.
    • Optimize your process with expert insights—audit workflows, integrate AI, and watch your business scale in 2025.

      Check us out on our website - https://blog.timpl.com/ai-powered-chatbots-for-sales?hs_preview=kpmZIyTx-186408451239

       

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      40 min
    • Local SEO AI: Everything You Need To Know with Jacob Ralph, CEO and Co-Founder of GetFancy.Ai Episode 254

      If you are new to SEO or handle SEO yourself, this is the perfect episode for you. SEO, quite simply,  helps your website content rank higher in Google search queries. Let's say you wrote a fantastic blog like this one here. You want customers or potential candidates to find your content and discover your amazing company. Until now, SEO has been largely a manual process.  Meet Jacob Ralph, CEO and Co-founder of Getfancy.ai

      Jacob explains how difficult manual SEO is and why automating the process is crucial to staying one step ahead of your competition. He and his team have created the perfect local SEO AI tool. I can't wait to use this at Timpl!

       

      More information on the Timpl BLOG

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      34 min
    • How to Outsell Everyone with LinkedIn Automation with Robert Deck, President Click2.AI. Episode #253
      Dive deep into the complexities and challenges of modern sales, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn.
       
      WATCH YouTube DEMO
       
      Guest: Robert Deck
      Robert is a staffing and IT entrepreneur who created a game-changing AI for LinkedIn users.

      Company: Click2.ai

      We critique traditional sales methods, highlighting how they've evolved from simple phone calls to a digital landscape where personal connection is often lost. Tony laments the days when one could call a company, ask for a person, and have a 50% chance of getting through. Now, in an era dominated by digital communication, the chances of reaching someone by phone have dwindled to less than single digits.

      Enter the game-changer: AI. Tony introduces Robert Deck, a tech-savvy entrepreneur who has transitioned from staffing to revolutionizing sales through artificial intelligence. Robert shares his journey, explaining how he incorporates AI into his recruitment firm to dramatically increase efficiency. His passion for technology leads him to develop a tool called click2.ai, which is his answer to the spammy, impersonal nature of LinkedIn interactions.

      Robert demonstrates click2.ai live, showing how it can transform the sales process on LinkedIn by automating personalized comments, connections, and engagement based on user profiles and posts. The tool allows for customization of tone, style, and even dialect, ensuring that the AI's interactions feel genuine and reflective of the user's personality.

      The demonstration is eye-opening. Click2.ai can sift through LinkedIn profiles, identify active users based on their recent posts, and engage them in a way that feels natural and personal. It's not just about spamming connections but about fostering genuine interactions. The tool is designed to work not just for recruiters but for any sales professional looking to scale their outreach without losing the human touch.

      Tony is visibly impressed, noting how this tool could help salespeople focus on what truly matters – building relationships rather than managing contacts. They discuss how this could be a top-of-funnel strategy, turning the cold, impersonal digital outreach into something more engaging and potentially fruitful.

      As the episode wraps up, Robert invites listeners to try click2.ai for themselves, providing easy access through his LinkedIn profile or website. Tony thanks Robert for the insightful demo, emphasizing how this could redefine sales in the digital age, making it more about meaningful connections than mere numbers.

      Click2.ai delivers a new dawn for sales professionals, where technology helps sales scale and navigate the digital world with a human touch.
      37 min
    • ASYMBL The Future of Work. Episode#252

      AI has infiltrated every aspect of digital work and life, but AI Agents offer the most promise of automation replacing manual digital labor. 

      Brandon Metcalf from Asymbl joins the jobTopia podcast to discuss the current reality of AI Agents.

       

      SHOW NOTES

      • Talent Rover: An HR tech company initially founded, which was later acquired by Bullhorn. The founders have since started new ventures due to their entrepreneurial drive.
      • New Ventures: After selling Talent Rover, I was involved in other projects, including founding Blueprint Advisory, a Salesforce consulting firm. This led to further engagement in staffing solutions through Salesforce partnerships.
      • Salesforce Ecosystem: The conversation delves into how Salesforce has evolved, emphasizing its role not just as a CRM but as a comprehensive business operating system. This evolution includes various tools like Chatter, Salesforce 1, Lightning, and AI enhancements like Einstein, leading to the concept of a "digital workforce."
      • AI Agents: A significant portion of the discussion is on AI agents, which are not merely chatbots but intelligent entities capable of performing tasks autonomously based on data and AI logic. This includes examples like writing emails tailored to specific interactions or managing data across platforms like Slack for better workflow.
      • Tech Stack for Staffing: For staffing firms interested in adopting this technology, the advice is to start with understanding the problem to solve, ensuring data integrity, and leveraging platforms like Salesforce for their agent capabilities without needing extensive coding knowledge.
      • Future Implications: The dialogue touches on how AI integration will fundamentally change how businesses operate, emphasizing the blend of human and digital labor for competitive advantage. The importance of data normalization and security is highlighted to prevent misuse or leakage.
      • Closing Thoughts: The conversation ends with an invitation to explore more on AI agents in future episodes, acknowledging the transformative potential of this technology in staffing and recruitment while addressing human concerns about interaction with AI.

        • AI Agents in HR Technology:

        • From Chatbots to Agents: AI agents represent an evolution from basic chatbots, which were primarily used for simple, scripted interactions. Agents are designed with greater autonomy, intelligence, and the ability to perform tasks independently or in collaboration with humans.
        • Role of AI Agents: These agents leverage AI to not only respond to queries but also to execute tasks, make decisions, and learn from interactions. They use technologies like natural language processing (NLP), machine learning (ML), and large language models to understand context, interpret data, and act accordingly.

          • Key Attributes:

          • Autonomy: Unlike traditional AI systems that require human oversight for each action, agents can operate autonomously. They can be programmed or learn to manage workflows, from scheduling to data analysis.
          • Task Execution: Agents can perform a variety of tasks such as writing emails, managing candidate databases, scheduling interviews, or even providing personalized job recommendations based on past interactions and data.
          • Learning and Adaptation: They learn from the data they process and the outcomes of their actions, improving their decision-making and task execution over time. This continuous learning makes them effective in dynamic environments like recruitment, where human behavior and job requirements are variable.
          • Integration with Systems: AI agents are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing systems. In Salesforce, for instance, they can work within the platform or extend functionalities via APIs, interacting with both structured data (like CRM entries) and unstructured data (like emails or Slack messages).

            • Applications in Staffing and HR:

            • Candidate Engagement: Agents can handle initial candidate interactions, screen applicants, and even conduct preliminary interviews through text or voice communication, enhancing engagement and speeding up the hiring process.
            • Data Management: They can manage and update databases, ensuring data integrity by cross-referencing information from various sources, updating candidate profiles, or tracking job statuses.
            • Predictive Analytics: Using historical data, agents can predict candidate fit, retention likelihood, or potential job satisfaction, helping recruiters make informed decisions.
            • Workflow Automation: From automating follow-ups to managing interview schedules and feedback loops, agents can significantly reduce manual labor, allowing human recruiters to focus on strategic tasks like relationship building.

              • Challenges and Considerations:

              • Data Privacy and Security: As agents deal with sensitive personal data, ensuring compliance with data protection laws like GDPR or CCPA is crucial. There's also the challenge of safeguarding this data against misuse or breaches.
              • Human-AI Interaction: There's potential resistance from both candidates and recruiters due to the impersonal nature of AI. Trust and transparency in how AI decisions are made need to be established.
              • Bias and Fairness: AI systems can perpetuate existing biases if not carefully designed. Algorithms must be continuously audited for fairness in candidate selection or job matching.
              • Skill and Knowledge Transfer: Training AI agents to understand the nuanced requirements of different jobs or the subtleties of human interaction in recruitment is an ongoing challenge.

                • Future Trends:

                • Conversational UI: Moving beyond traditional interfaces, the future involves more conversational interactions, making the technology more intuitive and less cumbersome for users.
                • Multi-Agent Systems: Companies might employ multiple specialized agents that work together, each with specific roles, enhancing the complexity and capability of business operations.
                • Ethical AI: There will be an increasing focus on developing AI agents that adhere to ethical standards, promoting inclusivity and fairness in recruitment practices.
                • Integration with Emerging Tech: As technologies like blockchain for secure data handling or VR for virtual interviews evolve, AI agents will integrate with these to provide more comprehensive solutions.
                  • 41 min
                • How to Negotiate Salary (using power dynamics) with John Gates, Episode #251
                  John Gates and I discuss practical steps to follow when negotiating an offer.
                  Salary Coach
                  • Happy New Year! This is when many consider changing jobs, potentially waiting until after receiving bonuses in January. It's predicted that there will be significant job turnover and changes in 2025.
                  • John Gates, who has a background in recruiting from entry-level to managing thousands of job offers at Fortune 500 companies, shares insights on salary negotiation.
                  • Common mistakes in job offer negotiations are highlighted, including the tendency to accept offers immediately without negotiation. Gates advises on how to ask questions to gain time for better negotiation, even if the company says the offer is "their best".
                  • Gates emphasizes that negotiation should begin from the first interaction with a company, not just at the offer stage. He suggests avoiding "open" or "negotiable" on salary applications; instead, one should provide a number that gets them considered but isn't too high.
                  • The strategy of using a salary range during discussions is advocated to keep negotiation leverage. Gates explains psychological concepts like "memetic desire" to increase one's perceived value by subtly showing competition for your candidacy.
                  • The conversation touches on the dynamics of power in interviews, where the candidate gains leverage as the company shows buying signals or interest.
                  • Gates discusses his coaching services, aimed at guiding people through job offers, particularly in high-stakes situations like C-suite negotiations, where fear of losing an offer can lead to leaving money on the table.
                  • An example is given of a COO who nearly missed out on substantial additional compensation due to reluctance to negotiate further.
                  • The challenges for out-of-work C-suite executives are discussed, including the dynamics with executive search firms and the necessity for strategic job hunting.

                    Schedule time with Tony to discuss your staffing and direct need hiring needs for a free Q&A.

                    50 min
                  • Emmanuel Toutain, Episode #250
                    The shocking truth is that 30-40% of IT candidates are FRAUDS! You read that correctly. This is bananas. Listen to what they do! And what you can do about it. 
                     
                    Emmanuel Toutain
                    TurboCheck

                     

                    • Fake Candidates, Real Problems: There have been stories about sophisticated scams, including one involving North Korean agents, and the rampant issue of people juggling multiple jobs to scam companies.
                    • Tech to the Rescue: With AI and automation, the company offers solutions to detect fraud early in the recruitment process, saving time, money, and headaches. They've got tools for digital verification, reference checking, and document validation, all designed to keep the real talent and the frauds apart.
                    • A Call to Vigilance: The takeaway? Always be on your toes. In a world where fraudsters are as cunning as they are bold, vigilance combined with tech is your best defense against hiring headaches.
                    • Where to Connect: Check out www.turbocheck.com, where the experts in fraud detection are ready to help.

                      Contact Tony to discuss hiring, staffing, or being a guest on the show!

                      36 min
                    • David Searns Episode #249
                      David Searns is a marketing expert with Haley Marketing who claims that 2024/2025 will be extremely challenging as a marketer. Why? He offers his advice. 
                       
                      Stop Saying This and the Art of Getting Noticed
                      • Marketing Pet Peeves: The speakers discuss their annoyance with generic email greetings like "Happy Friday" and phrases like "moving this to the top of your inbox."
                      • Email Marketing: They talk about the challenges and strategies of cold emailing, including bringing strategy in-house for more personalized approaches.
                      • Business Background: David shares his history in the staffing industry, mentioning that his parents owned a temporary staffing agency, influenced his career choice. His company was founded in 1996, during which time marketing in staffing was virtually non-existent.
                      • Evolution of Staffing Marketing: The conversation covers how marketing in the staffing industry has evolved, especially with the integration of AI and the need for personalization amidst high competition.
                      • Target Audience: They discuss targeting in staffing marketing, identifying key decision-makers beyond HR, like CFOs or department heads, depending on the staffing specialty.
                      • Engagement and Attention: Strategies for capturing attention include using physical mail, event marketing, and leveraging other people's stages (OPS) where the audience is already engaged.
                      • Sales Differentiation: They emphasize the importance of differentiating not just the service but the sales process itself. An example given is a staffing CEO using Six Sigma expertise to offer plant efficiency solutions before pitching staffing services.
                      • Industry Knowledge: The need for recruiters to speak the language of the industry they serve is highlighted, with an example of a staffing company transitioning to manufacturing outsourcing.
                      • Content Strategy: The effectiveness of webinars for engagement over traditional newsletters is discussed. They suggest focusing on tactical, problem-solving content for higher engagement.
                      • Webinar Best Practices: Tips include having diverse speakers, curating content from clients or AI, and managing live questions to keep the audience involved.
                      • Advertising Platforms: LinkedIn is favored for business-to-business staffing sales due to its professional audience, though there's an acknowledgment of LinkedIn's evolving nature. X (formerly Twitter) is noted for its targeting capabilities based on followers.
                      • Retargeting: Challenges and strategies for retargeting in staffing, particularly the need for sufficient website traffic to make retargeting viable.
                      • Expertise Areas: David's company is most experienced in commercial staffing (light industrial and clerical) and healthcare.
                      • Content Resources: They mention resources like webinars and eBooks available on Haley Marketing's website, which require a name and email to access, leading to a newsletter subscription.
                      • Future Experiments: There's a mention of experimenting with AI for lead tracking to engage with silent website visitors.
                        Schedule time to chat with Tony about your staffing needs.
                        45 min
                      • Dan Mori Episode #248
                        Dan Mori
                        Staffing Mastery and National Independent Staffing Association
                        Staffing Sales Summit
                         
                        The future of staffing and sales in 2025! Dan and Tony are staffing experts and they discuss what to expect in 2025.
                        • Sales Conference: An upcoming sales-focused conference in Orlando for the staffing industry is announced.
                        • Industry Challenges: Post-recession, sales have become more challenging than recruiting, hence the conference's focus on sales.
                        • Conference Feedback: The previous conference was successful, with an emphasis on actionable content, and planning for an improved 2025 event.
                        • Technology in Staffing: Tools like Glide Talent and Avionte's platform are discussed for enhancing talent and client management.
                        • Future of Staffing: The importance of being referable, leveraging passive talent networks to reduce attrition, and enhancing client relationships is emphasized.
                        • Event Details: The Staffing Sales Summit is scheduled for February 26th to 28th, 2025, in Orlando with limited attendance for quality interaction.
                          Expanded Summary on the Topic of Referrals
                          • Importance of Being Referable: Referrals are likened to an untapped resource, driven by genuine experiences rather than direct incentives.
                          • Emotional Investment: Exceptional service leads to emotional investment, naturally encouraging referrals through positive experiences.
                          • Marketing and Social Proof: Referrals serve as powerful social proof, boosting a company's online reputation and credibility.
                          • Client and Candidate Experience: Emphasis on creating memorable interactions to foster referrals.
                          • Referral Programs: Effective programs stem from genuine satisfaction rather than forced incentives, ensuring authenticity.
                          • Leveraging Technology: Technologies like Glide Talent manage top-funnel talent, improving candidate experience and interaction.
                          • Passive Talent Management: Cultivating communities of passive talent for better referral outcomes and lower turnover.
                          • Challenges and Solutions:
                            • Active Job Seeker Trap: Referrals offer more stability than job board placements.
                            • Building Trust: Addressing trust issues by demonstrating reliability through exceptional service.
                            • Marketing Fundamentals: A shift towards clearer messaging and stronger digital presence.
                              For more information about Tony and his Staffing Services at TImpl - Click here.
                              48 min
                            • Collin Ponzo, Episode #247

                              "A better VMS with Network Platform's AI Magic"

                              Collin Ponzo

                              Network Platform

                              Join Tony and Collin as they navigate the wild west of today's job market, where finding a job can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack, but with less hay and more needles poking you. Collin spills the beans on how he snagged his new gig through a “magical referral”, dodging the often soul-crushing candidate experience that's about as fun as a root canal.

                              Listen to us laugh about how the younger crowd would rather ghost on a bad job application than stick it out, unlike our parents who would've probably apologized for not getting the job.

                              Collin's new playground, Network Platform, isn't just another VMS; it's like the cool kid in the HR tech class, using AI to match talent faster than your grandma can swipe right on her favorite dating app. By tapping into internal talent pools, Network Platform is making sure companies don't have to go on a wild goose chase for new hires. They also dive into the comedy of errors that is HR tech, predicting a future where AI might just save us from the black hole of recruitment.

                               

                              Job Market and Candidate Experience:

                              A significant conversation revolves around Collin's transition to a new job through a referral and the broader critique of the current job market. They talk about how the candidate experience remains poor even in different market conditions, which seems to resonate with many in the recruitment field.

                              Recruitment Critique at Disrupt HR Event:

                              The conversation about the "Disrupt HR" event, particularly Collin's talk titled "You Suck at Recruiting," stands out. This talk was about challenging internal recruiters to improve their practices, which is both memorable for its directness and the intent to shake up traditional HR methods.

                              Generational Differences in Job Application:

                              They discuss how younger generations like Gen Z and younger Millennials are more likely to abandon a job application process if they perceive it as poor, contrasting this with older generations' tolerance. This reflects a significant cultural shift in workplace expectations.

                              The Value of Networking:

                              The story of Connie, who realized too late the importance of networking when she hit the job market, is a poignant lesson on the strategic importance of maintaining professional relationships, which is a common regret among many professionals.

                              AI in Recruitment and VMS:

                              The discussion on how AI can revolutionize recruitment by automating candidate marketing and improving VMS processes is memorable for its forward-thinking approach to HR technology. The idea of treating candidates like customers through automated engagement stands out as an innovative strategy.

                               

                              43 min
                            • Mastering SEO with AI with Jacob Ralph, FancyAi

                              By now, most of you are familiar with SEO—search engine optimization. But adding AI and machine learning is the next level of SEO performance.  If you are new to SEO you will want to check out Ahrefs or Semrush - two tools we mentioned that analyze website performance. 

                              Connect with Jacob Ralph 

                              FancyAi

                              • Business and AI Discussion:
                                • Jacob explains his company's approach to SEO using AI, focusing on practical applications for businesses.
                                • Highlights the challenges and complexities of SEO, including using AI to automate and optimize the process.
                                • Discusses the impact of AI on search engine marketing and the evolving landscape of digital marketing.
                                • SEO Challenges and Strategies:
                                  • Common SEO mistakes like not setting up redirects for moved or removed pages.
                                  • The importance of canonical URLs, especially in platforms like Shopify.
                                  • Issues with broken links and images affecting SEO performance.
                                  • Future of SEO and AI:
                                    • The potential shift towards platforms like TikTok and Instagram for younger generations in terms of search and shopping.
                                    • How AI can enhance SEO strategies by understanding user intent and optimizing content accordingly.
                                    • Industry Focus:
                                      • Jacob explains why his company initially focused on e-commerce, due to existing relationships, ease of measuring ROI, and market readiness.
                                      • Expansion Plans:
                                        • Plans to expand into other industries like legal, real estate, and service businesses with local SEO features.
                                        • Branding and Culture:
                                          • The origin of the company name "Fancy AI" and its playful approach to branding with a character named "Fancy Al."
                                            • 42 min

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